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KJ03 XYL

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

75,239 mi
Last recorded75,239 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ03 XYL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 75,239 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2025 75,239 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 74,663 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 72,533 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 71,869 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 69,692 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 65,664 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2017 60,330 miles

Slight wear in rear disc

Slight play in rear wheel bearing

Pass 24 Mar 2016 55,372 miles

Front and rear tyres nearing minimum limits.

Pass 9 Apr 2015 50,415 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 47,011 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 41,298 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 35,907 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2011 32,965 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 30,378 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 30,378 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2009 24,972 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 24,676 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 23,801 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 19,527 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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KJ03 XYL is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 30,286 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KJ03 XYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 23 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KJ03 XYL registered?

KJ03 XYL is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 June 2003.

Is KJ03 XYL safe to buy?

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